Within the framework of the NXTLVL Parking project, the City of Ljutomer has implemented a set of pilot actions aimed at promoting sustainable mobility and more efficient use of urban space. The pilots focus on improving cycling conditions, managing parking demand in the city centre, and actively involving citizens in shaping future public spaces.
Ljutomer pilot – bicycle parking at the high school and sports center
The high school and sports center are important traffic generators in the municipality, and they involve a population that frequently cycles. Providing proper bicycle parking is crucial for maintaining current cyclists and encouraging new ones. The proximity of these two institutions allows for a combined approach to bicycle parking arrangements.
Ljutomer pilot – roadspace transformation in the city center of Ljutomer
This pilot project is a part of the long-term activities of the city of Ljutomer in achieving the objectives of their SUMP. The long-term ambition is to free additional public space in the city center from parking and road transport by reducing part of on-street parking spaces and managing the remaining space in the city centre and moving parked cars to unused parking in the surrounding area. The first step is this pilot measure that helps guide drivers to choose parking at the alternative locations and walk to the city center. Therefore, the implemented measure includes a traffic counter located in the nearby parking area, which displays the number of available parking spaces and breaks the misconception regarding the lack of sufficient parking options.
Ljutomer citizen pilot – participatory redesign of the main square
In Ljutomer, a citizen workshop brought together over 50 participants to discuss the renovation of the main square, parking, and the surrounding streets. Residents worked in groups to identify current challenges and propose improvements. Key suggestions included creating a greener and more accessible urban space with more trees, better public areas, and safer pedestrian connections. The initiative underlined the value of involving citizens in planning processes and provided important input for the municipality’s future development projects.